Intel has appointed Eddie Lawler as an Intel Fellow, making him the first person based in Ireland to be promoted to the role, which represents the highest level of technical achievement within the company.
The tech giant said Lawler's appointment as a Fellow in the manufacturing, supply chain and operations organisation reflected his vast technical achievements over several years and his significant contribution to driving business results and evolving Intel's culture.
Intel Fellows are selected for their technical leadership and outstanding contributions to the company and the industry, and Kilkenny man Lawler will also hold the role of chief technologist in Foundry Product Integration Engineering at the firm.
Lawler joined Intel in 1996 after completing his studies in electronic engineering at the University of Limerick, first in the Wet Etch area as part of the Fab 14 process start-up team before moving to product engineering, where he has spent the past two decades.
While working at Intel, Lawler completed a Masters by Research at Maynooth University focusing on At Speed Scan Test, and he has also received two Intel Achievement Awards over the past decade. He has also worked on assignments in the US with roles in Oregon, California and New Mexico.
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In his new role, Lawler will be responsible for sharing this technical expertise to help grow the knowledge of others and to increase the experience level across his organisation and indeed the company.
As Intel Fellow and chief technologist in Foundry Product Integration Engineering, Lawler will support Intel’s foundry services business. He lives in Co Meath with his wife and daughter, and he enjoys equestrian and hurling.
Lawler credits his achievements to his parents, whose encouragement, wisdom and support helped to launch and guide his academic and career journey.
Intel in March announced plans to add 1,600 jobs at its campus in Leixlip, Co Kildare following the completion of a new chip manufacturing facility as part of a $7bn investment. The company later appointed Eamonn McGovern and Seán O'Sullivan as vice presidents.
Photo: Eddie Lawler.
